Purpose In addition to cancer-related distress, people with head and neck cancer (HNC) endure facial disfigurement and difficulties with eating and communication. High rates of alcohol use and socio-economic disadvantage raise concerns that patients with HNC may be less likely than others to participate in and adhere to psychological interventions. This article aims to inform future practice and research by reviewing the evidence in support of psychological interventions for this patient group.

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Supportive Care In Cancer

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10.1007/s00520-011-1119-7

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Oncology & Carcinogenesis

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Humans

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Head and Neck Neoplasms

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Treatment Outcome

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Adaptation, Psychological

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Depression

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Stress, Psychological

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Anxiety

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Interview, Psychological

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Psychometrics

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Evidence-Based Medicine

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Quality of Life

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Adaptation, Psychological

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Anxiety

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Depression

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Evidence-Based Medicine

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Head and Neck Neoplasms

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Humans

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Interview, Psychological

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Psychometrics

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Quality of Life

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Stress, Psychological

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Treatment Outcome

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Evidence for interventions to improve psychological outcomes in people with head and neck cancer: a systematic review of the literature

Purpose In addition to cancer-related distress, people with head and neck cancer (HNC) endure facial disfigurement and difficulties with eating and communication. High rates of alcohol use and socio-economic disadvantage raise concerns that patients with HNC may be less likely than others to participate in and adhere to psychological interventions. This article aims to inform future practice and research by reviewing the evidence in support of psychological interventions for this patient group.

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